1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR8 (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 124 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8.
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, 1980 Triumph TR8 (224 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm). This means 1980 Triumph TR8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
