1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1963 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 1963 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |