1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 365 California | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 35 L |
