1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 955 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 131 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
