1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
