1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 135 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 2300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
