1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3110 is newer by 31 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 370 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, 2005 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2005 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 131 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
