1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 28 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1018 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131. 2010 Jeep Commander 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. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | 131 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
