1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 387 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 131 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
