1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 2300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
