1957 Ferrari 212 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 212 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 212 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
