1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 131 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
