1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 21 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 440 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 1974 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 131 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
