1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 21 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 2300 | 245 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |