1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 37 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 2300 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
