1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 27 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 175 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Fiat | McLaren |
Model | 131 | F1 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |