1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
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, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 131 | Mirafiori |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |