1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F355 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 83 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 37 L |