1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1967 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1967 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Daytona | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
