1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 34 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) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2300 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
