2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 1978 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 1978 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lanos | 131 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
