1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 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 415 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 825 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Maranello | 128 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
