1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, both 1976 Fiat 131 and 1976 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1976 Renault 14 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 131 | 14 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |