1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 14 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
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, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | 131 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
