1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1966 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 186 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 600 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |