1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1972 Triumph TR6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
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, 1972 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 8V | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
