1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1956 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 225 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1956 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
