1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
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, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (323 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | 130 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
