1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 19 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 686 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F50 | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 102 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |