1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 880 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
