1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 48 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, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
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, 2009 Seat Altea, 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 2300 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| 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 | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
