1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1990 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1990 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F355 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
