1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
