1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 504 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.
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, 1993 Rover 800, 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 131 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
