1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 131 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1365 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
