1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1974 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 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | 131 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
