1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 620 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 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1993 Tata Estate | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 131 | Estate |
Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |