1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1980 Fiat 127 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 127 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
