1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 56 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 2300 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |