1975 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 32 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
