1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture 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 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Venture, 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, 1997 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Venture |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |