1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1977 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F40 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
