1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1400 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
