1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 39 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 242 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
