1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1966 Fiat 2300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1953 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, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 2300 | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 2300 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |