1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 is newer by 25 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 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 907 weights approximately 380 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, 2004 Peugeot 907 (214 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 907 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 131 | 907 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
