1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 38 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 360 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300. 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, 2003 Opel Signum, 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 2300 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 2300 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
