1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 25 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 360 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 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 125 F1 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
