1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1987 Fiat 126
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 870 kg more than 1987 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1987 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F512 M | 126 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
