1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1979 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |