1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 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 419 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 733 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Maranello | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 38 L |
