1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
