1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 131 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
