1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1941 Fiat 500
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 40 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 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 745 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:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1941 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
