2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ascari | Fiat |
| Model | KZ1 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2500 mm |
