1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 44 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 120 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2300 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
