1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 22 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 677 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 636 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Fiat 131 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Fiat Lotec
Model 131 Testa de Oro
Year Released 1974 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1297 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 64 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1656 kg


 

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