1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 25 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) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2300 | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
