2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
