1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 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, 1965 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 131 | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 131 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |