2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 355 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Viper | 131 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |