1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulia | 2300 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |