1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 131 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |