1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster 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, 1979 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131. 1979 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 131 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
