1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 TR | 131 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1367 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
