1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 240 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, 1971 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 131 | 140 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |