1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 670 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 131 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
