1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 575 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 131 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
