1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 2300 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |