1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 40 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 131 | Riva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
