1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 10 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 191 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 131 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
