1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford 17M (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | 17M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
