1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, both 1981 Fiat 131 and 1981 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 131 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |