1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
