1980 Fiat 131 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1980 Fiat 131 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Packard 12 (174 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1980 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 131 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Packard |
| Model | 131 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3440 mm |
