1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 130 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
