1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 750 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 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |