1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 699 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | 131 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
