1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1963 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1963 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2000 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
