1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
