1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1981 Fiat 131 and 1981 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord, 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 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |