1983 Ferrari 126 vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, both 1983 Ferrari 126 and 1983 Fiat 131 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 524 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 126 | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 594 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
