1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 125 F1 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
