1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1987 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Renault 11 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 11, 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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 1987 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 2300 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
