1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 33 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai H100 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai H100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 525 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, 2007 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 131 | H100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
