1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Griffith weights approximately 130 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 124 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
