1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 32 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 16 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Fiat 2300.
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, 1999 Rover 75, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 2300 | 75 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |