1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | 500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1950 mm |