1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 275 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 50 L |
