1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 15 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 240 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 75 | 131 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |