1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 131 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |