1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
