1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6.
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, 1972 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1972 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1400 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2120 mm |
