2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 24 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, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 1979 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 1979 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
Model | Lanos | 131 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |