2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Express | 131 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2500 mm |