1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Barchetta | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
