1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1969 Isuzu 117 is newer by 6 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Isuzu 117.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 2300 | 117 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |