1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 23 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 2300 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
