1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (90 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 420 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |