1963 Ferrari 156 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 156.
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. 1981 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 156 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 156 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
