1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Testarossa | 131 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1530 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
