1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 1971 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 500 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |