1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 BB | 130 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2866 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
