1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Triumph TR2 (90 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1953 Triumph TR2.
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, 1953 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 131 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2250 mm |
