1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 28 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | V6 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |