1984 Fiat 131 vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 1984 Fiat 131 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Humber Pullman (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Humber Pullman should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1984 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 131 | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Fiat | Humber |
| Model | 131 | Pullman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3330 mm |
