1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 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 361 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 456 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 35 L |
