1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 230 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 131 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
