1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1978 Fiat 126 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 126 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
