1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 2300 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 2300 | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |