1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F40 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |
