1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 871 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3270 mm |
