1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1989 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F40 | 1900 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 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 | 1104 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 35 L |