2000 TVR Griffith vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Griffith | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | TVR | Fiat |
Model | Griffith | 130 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |