1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 394 kg more than 1978 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | 131 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
