2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | SSR | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
