1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (124 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 264 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
