1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 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 57 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 130 | TR6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |