1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 335 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.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 133 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
