1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira.
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, 1986 Holden Camira, 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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 131 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
