1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 11 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 280 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, 1990 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 1990 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Model F |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |