1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 48 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 462 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2300 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2919 mm |
