1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1967 Triumph 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 500 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |