1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 14 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 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 1995 Volvo 460.
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, 1995 Volvo 460, 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 131 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
