1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 4 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 700 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 20 L |
