1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 21 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 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 270 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 131 | Cala |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
