1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F355 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
