1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 705 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT | 1500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 37 L |