1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | 127 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 30 L |
