1952 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 255 S and 1952 Fiat 1400 were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
| 1952 Ferrari 255 S | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 255 S | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 43 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 50 L |
