1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 1941 Fiat 500
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 312 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 312 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1941 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 312 | 1941 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 312 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
