1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Holden Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300. 1987 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 2300 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |