1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 16 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 104 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Prowler | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
Model | Prowler | 131 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |