1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Griffith weights approximately 97 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 131 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 965 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
