1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1010 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3120 mm |