1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Maranello | 131 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 108 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 | 1645 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
