1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F355 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
