1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 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 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. 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.
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1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 365 GT4 | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |