1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 131 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
