1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 37 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 2300 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |