1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300.
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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfa 6 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |