1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 131 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
