1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, both 1983 Fiat 131 and 1983 Plymouth Caravelle were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle 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.
Because 1983 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 131 | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 131 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |