1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Commodore | 131 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
