1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1180 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 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
