1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 30 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX, 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
