1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1962 Triumph TR4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4.
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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1200 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
