1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 275 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
