1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 365 GT | 131 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
