1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F 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 37 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Model F |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |