1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 375 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.
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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
