1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 357 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Pantera | 131 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |