1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 31 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 2010 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 131 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |