1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
