1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 885 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3120 mm |