1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 5 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 640 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 400 | 131 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |