1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 130 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
