1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 M | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3238 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
