1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F50 | 131 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |