1961 Ferrari 156 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 156.
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:
| 1961 Ferrari 156 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
