1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | 126 | 458 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 86 L |
