2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 44 L |
