1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1967 Triumph GT6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 1200 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 44 L |