1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 663 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3246 mm |