1995 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 17 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra.
Because 1978 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 1978 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra, 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Integra | 131 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
