1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | 131 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1367 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2500 mm |