1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 705 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 412 GT | 131 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1180 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 |