1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | 131 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2500 mm |
