1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 2300 | Fit |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |