1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 550 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | 130 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |