1957 Austin A135 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A135 | 131 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |