1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 650 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.
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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
