1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 46 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 620 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 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2300 | Antara |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |