1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 23 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 705 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 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
