1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 890 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | 131 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |
