1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | X1-9 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
