1968 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Coronet | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
