1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1200 (57 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200.
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 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
