1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1954 Triumph TR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2.
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, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1400 | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 1400 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |