1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1981 Fiat 131 and 1981 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
Because 1981 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1981 Ford Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 131 | Laser |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |