1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 124 | 131 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |