1973 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 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, 1973 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 1981 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1973 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1973 De Tomaso Pantera 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:
| 1973 De Tomaso Pantera | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | 131 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
