1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 845 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 250 GTE | 126 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |