1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 131 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
