1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
