1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 45 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 2300 | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |