1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 22 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 110 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.
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, 2001 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
