1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1961 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 125 F1 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1950 mm |
