1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1975 Fiat 131
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 Fiat 1300.
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, 1975 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 1975 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
