1980 Fiat 131 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1980 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 131 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1980 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 131 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 14 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |