1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 276 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 131 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
