1969 Triumph 1300 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 1300. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph 1300 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Triumph | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
