1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, both 1996 Fiat 131 and 1996 Hyundai Scoupe were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.
Because 1996 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 1996 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 131 | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
