1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 26 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 94 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Celebrity | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
