1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 328 GTS | 130 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
