1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 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, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
