2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
