1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |
