1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. Both 1981 Fiat 131 and 1977 Fiat 132 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 115 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
