1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 48 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Because 1962 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 2300 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
