1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 131 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
