1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
