1994 Toyota Carina vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1974 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 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina, 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 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 1974 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Carina | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Carina | 131 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
