1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2010 Maybach Landaulet 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131.
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 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 855 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 2010 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2010 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Fiat | Maybach |
| Model | 131 | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3828 mm |
