1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 24 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 90 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |