1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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, 1961 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
