1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. Both 1979 Fiat Mirafiori and 1976 Fiat 131 are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Mirafiori | 131 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |