1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
| Model | 126 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
