1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1716 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131. 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 131 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3327 mm |
