1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
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 Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown 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 48 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 2300 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
