1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1967 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 32 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1999 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1967 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
