1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 126 | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 126 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |