1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 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, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 124 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
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 | 60 HP | 94 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 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 39 L |