1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 131 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
