1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E is newer by 19 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, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 160 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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1998 Tata E | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 131 | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |