1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTO | 128 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 50 L |
