1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1946 Triumph 1800
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph 1800 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1946 Triumph 1800. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1946 Triumph 1800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1946 Triumph 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 130 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
