1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1966 Abarth 595 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 595 | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 595 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |