1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 23 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 2300 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
