1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, both 1976 Fiat 131 and 1976 Rover 2000 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Rover 2000 (142 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 367 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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 131 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |