2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 82 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1996 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
