1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 330 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 131 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
