1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1969 Ford GT 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1969 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 125 L |
