1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | 600 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1365 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |