1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 32 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 350 weights approximately 235 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, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 131 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
