1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E is newer by 16 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata E weights approximately 310 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, 1997 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 131 | E |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
