1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1970 GAZ Volga is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga. 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 2300 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 2300 | Volga |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |