1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 41 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 454 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.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2300 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
