1989 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
