1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 11 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 131 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
