1975 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 613 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 131 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2639 mm |
