1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Fiat Uno

To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 31 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1990 Fiat Uno
Make Ferrari Fiat
Model 250 GT Uno
Year Released 1959 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1372 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 67.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2370 mm


 

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