1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. 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:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
