1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
