1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 1966 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 2300 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2300 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
