1958 Abarth Renault vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1958 Abarth Renault.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth Renault | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Renault | 131 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
