1984 Fiat 131 vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 64 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.
Because 1984 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 1984 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1994 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 131 | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
