1981 Triumph TR7 vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 106 kg more than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Because 1981 Triumph TR7 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 1981 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Albea, 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, 1981 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Triumph TR7 | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Triumph | Fiat |
| Model | TR7 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
