1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
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 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 131 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |