1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 39 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2300 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
