1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat 126 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 126 | 131 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |