1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1965 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 2300 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |