1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1965 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 2300 | Velox |
Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |