1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 52 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 264 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 2300 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
