1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1978 Fiat 131

To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. Both 1981 Fiat 131 and 1978 Fiat 131 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 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 75 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 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat 131 1978 Fiat 131
Make Fiat Fiat
Model 131 131
Year Released 1981 1978
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 4400 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 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2500 mm


 

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