1973 Fiat 125 vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Griffith weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 125 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |