FIAT 131 Mirafiori
-The Fiat 131 (Mirafiori). A Classic Simple Sedan (1974-1984) Was A Classic Rear-Wheel Drive Italian Family Sedan From The 1970s And Early 1980s. Simple, Boxy, Mechanical And Surprisingly Important In Rally History.
BASICS:
-Production: 1974-1984 (Italy)
-Layout: Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive
-Body Style:
2-Door Sedan
4-Door Sedan
5-Door Wagon (Familiare)
-Engines: 1.3L / 1.6L / 2.0L Inline-4
-Transmission: 4-Speed, 5-Speed Manual /3-Speed Automatic
-It Replaced The Fiat 124 And Was Designed To Be Practical, Modern Family Car For It’s Time.
HOW IT FEELS TO DRIVE
-Compared To Modern Cars:
Light Steering (No Electronics)
Mechanical Throttle Feel
Soft Suspension
Narrow Tires
Rear-Wheel Drive
Even Low-Power Versions Feel Lively Because The Car Is Light (Around 1000-1100 KG / 2200-2425 Pounds Depending On Spec).
STRENGTHS
-Simple Mechanical Layout
-Easy To Work On
-Lightweight
-RWD (Great Balance Potential)
-Classic 70s Italian Styling
WEAKNESSES
-Rust (Major Issue)
-Not Very Safe By Modern Standards
-Stock Suspension Is Soft
-Not Very Powerful In Base Versions
-Parts Harder To Find Now
COMPARED TO MODERN CARS (LIKE MY AVENSIS)
MIRAFIORI:
-Raw
-Light
-More Toy-Like
-Less Insulated
-Less Safe
-More Mechanical
AVENSIS:
-Heavier
-More Stable
-Safer
-More Refined
-Less Playful (Because FWD)
WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT TODAY
-Retro Boxy Look
-Rally Heritage
-Good Drift Potential When Built
-Underdog Energy
-Very Analog Driving Experience
Yeah it isn’t fast or great but it has personality.
ENGINES:
-Petrol Engines (SOHC Lampredi Family)
1.3 (1297 cc) My favorite version
-65-75 Horse Power
-Torque 100-103 NM / 73-76 FT-LBS
-0-100 KM/H / 0-60 MPH 15-17 Seconds
-Top Speed 155 KM/H / 96 MPH
-Carburetor Single Carb
-Weight Of Car 1000 KG / 2200 Pounds
Base Engine
Smooth But Slow
Feels Light, Revs Easily.
1.6 (1585 cc)
-Power 79-98 Horses Power (Depending One Carb Setup)
-Torque 125-135 NM / 92-99 FT-LBS
-0-100 KM/H / 0-60 MPH 12-14 Seconds
-Top Speed 175 KM/H / 108 MPH
-Carburetor Single Or Twin Carb
Much Better Balance
Noticeably Stronger Mid-range
Popular Choise For Classic Builds
2.0 (1995 cc)
-Power 105-115 Horse Power
-160-170 NM / 118-125 FT-LBS (Same As The Avensis 1ZZ-FE)
-0-100 KM/H / 0-60 MPH 9.5-11 Seconds
-Top Speed 185 KM/H / 114 MPH
-Carburetor Twin Carb (In Sporty Versions)
The Fastest Regular Road Version
Strong Low-End Torque
Best Factory RWD Feel
SPECIAL VERSION: 131 ABARTH RALLY (HOMOLOGATION)
ROAD VERSION
-Power 140 Horse Power
-Torque 180 NM / 132 FT-LBS (More Than The Avensis 1ZZ-FE)
-0-100 KM/H / 0-60 MPH 8 Seconds
-Top Speed 190 KM/H / 118 MPH
-Engine 2.0L DOHC 16V
GROUP 4 RALLY VERSION
-Power 215-235 Horse Power
-Very High Revving
-Lightweight Body Panels
-Huge Fender Flares
This Is The Version That Won WRC Championships.
DIESEL VERSIONS (LESS COMMON)
2.0L Diesel
-Power 60-65 Horse Power
-Torque 110-120 NM / 81-88 FT-LBS
-Top Speed 140 KM/H / 86 MPH
-Very Slow But Durable
Made For Economy Not Performance.
TRANSMISSION OPTIONS
4-Speed Manual (Early Versions)
5-Speed Manual (Later / Sport Trims)
3-Speed Automatic (Rare)
WEIGHT AND POWER TO WEIGHT
Typical Curb Weight 980-1100 KG / 2160-2425 Pounds
So Even 100 Horse Power Feel Decent Because
-Light Chassis
-RWD
-Simple Drivetrain
-No Modern Traction Control
VERSIONS
Regular Versions: 1.3L / 1.6L / 2.0L
-1.3L
-1.6L
-2.0L
-Supermirafiori
-ABARTH
-Group 4 Rally
-1.45L Supercharged Inline-4 (Fiat 131 Abath 035 Le Mans)
-3.5L V6 (Fiat 131 Abarth 031 Evoluzione Race Car) Similar Engine
ALL MODELS
-Fiat 131
-Supermirafiori
-131 Abarth
-Group 4 Rally
-035 Abarth Le Mans
-031 Evoluzione
FACTS ABOUT THE FIAT 131 MIRAFIORI
-The Name Mirafiori Comes From Fiat’s Turin Plant
-Rally Versions Gave Fiat Serious Motorsport Credibility In The Late 70s
-Light Chassis And RWD Made It Ideal For Drifting And Racing Builds Today
-The 131 Mirafiori Was One Of Fiat’s Most Important And Succesful Models In The 70s
-The Fiat 131 Abarth Won The WRC Three Times (1977, 1978, 1980)
VIDEOS
Here Are Videos Of Different Versions
-So yeah that’s everything. My favorite version is the Fiat 131 Mirafiori 1.3L 8V
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