1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1959 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (434 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT4 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 104 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |