1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1976 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 28 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124.
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, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
