1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 131 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
