1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 45 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 290 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 2300 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2184 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
