1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1952 Fiat 500
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1952 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:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1952 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 456 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 35 L |
