1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 246 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
