1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1979 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 131 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
