1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1984 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
