1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1967 Fiat 2300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 2300 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
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 | 1310 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |