1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley Kestrel (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 198 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Riley Kestrel (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | 133 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
