1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131.
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, 1982 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 131 | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
