1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 130 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
