2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 22 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 550 | 131 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |