1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 2300 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |