1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 898 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131. 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 131 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
