1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 850 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |