1993 Innocenti Koral vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1993 Innocenti Koral is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Innocenti Koral, 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Innocenti Koral | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Koral | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2170 mm |
