1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
