1980 Fiat 131 vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tamora weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 131 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 131 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
