1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 40 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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | 131 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
