1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 43 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 2300 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
