1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 40 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1962 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2300 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
