1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1980 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph Dolomite 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1980 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 131 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
