1980 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1347 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 131 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
