1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GTC 4 | 600 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |