2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
