1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1946 Triumph 1800
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph 1800 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1946 Triumph 1800. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1946 Triumph 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1946 Triumph 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 2300 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
