1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 290 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 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 440 R | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 131 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
