1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1981 Volvo 260 is newer by 18 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Fiat 2300. 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, 1981 Volvo 260 (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 2300 | 260 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |