1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Triumph 2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
