1984 Fiat 131 vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Fiat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 144 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, 1982 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 131 | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
