1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1969 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 2000 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 340 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.
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, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 124 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 89 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 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |