2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Voyager | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Voyager | 131 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3604 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2500 mm |
