1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1950 Triumph Roadster (147 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm). This means 1950 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 131 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
