2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 436 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
