1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Vega | 131 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
