1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 49 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, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 19 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 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, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 2300 | Livina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 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 Weight | 1310 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
