1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL, 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 2300 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 2300 | EL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
