1967 Ferrari 312 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 312.
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. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 312 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 312 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
