1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 132 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |