1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair.
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, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 131 | Corsair |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |