1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 335 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 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 2300 | A3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |