1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 651 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | 131 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |