1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 16 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1725 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.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 131 | LM |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
