1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
