1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1982 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 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Biscayne | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2500 mm |
