1984 Fiat 131 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1984 Fiat 131 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat 131 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
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, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat 131 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 131 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |