2004 Fiat Albea vs. 1963 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea, 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Albea | 1963 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Albea | 2300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
