1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1964 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 500 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |