1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1963 Fiat 2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 2300 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1003 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |