1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3.
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, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 125 | TR3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 904 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |