1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 131 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
