1951 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 3,255 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bugatti Type 101 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bugatti Type 101 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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:
| 1951 Bugatti Type 101 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Fiat |
| Model | Type 101 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3255 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
