2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50.
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 Ford TS-50 (175 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TS-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | TS-50 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1210 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
