1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
