1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat 126 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 126 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |