1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 131 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
