1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. 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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 850 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |