1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GTV | 131 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |