1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2010 Fiat Multipla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2010 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Multipla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 63 L |
