1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 131 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
