1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1965 Volvo 220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 2300 | 220 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |