1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 2300 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
