1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 678 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 630 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotec |
| Model | 131 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 742 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1650 kg |
