1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1200 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
