1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1967 Triumph TR5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 2300 | TR5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |