1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 45 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 175 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 2300 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
