2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Triumph TR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Triumph TR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Seicento | TR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |
