2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 605 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2500 mm |
