1984 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 27 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 406 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 131 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 131 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
