1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 25 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2.
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, 1955 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Cabriolet | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 56 L |
