1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 44 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2006 Isuzu KB (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 2300 | KB |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
