1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 131 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
