1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 131 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
