2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2500 mm |
