1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 1610 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
