1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 34 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 995 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 131 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
