1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Valiant | 131 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
