1977 Dodge Omni vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, both 1977 Dodge Omni and 1977 Fiat 131 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Omni (75 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Because 1977 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 1977 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Omni, 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, 1977 Dodge Omni (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | 131 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
