1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 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, 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 131 | Wyvern |
Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |