1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1972 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1972 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | 500 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |