1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1972 Fiat 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 850 | TR5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |