1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2200 mm |
