1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 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 84 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 600 | GT6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |