1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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, 1999 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 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.
Because 1963 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
