1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 775 kg more than 1962 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Maranello | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 57 L |
