2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 510 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 1978 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
