1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1994 Fiat 126
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1994 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1994 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
