1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 31 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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, 2009 Toyota iQ, 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | iQ |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |