1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Fiat 2300. 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 2300 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 2300 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
