1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 31 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 26 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 2300 | Bora |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |