1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1648 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 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 131 | Defender |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |