1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500. 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 131 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
