1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 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 78 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1988 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, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 126 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
