1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 37 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 2300 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
