1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 1970 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 131 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
