1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 18 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 30 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 131 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
