1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 625 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |