1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 340 Mexico | 131 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
