1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 51 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 480 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 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 2300 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
