1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 28 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, 2007 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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, 2007 Ford Ka, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
