1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F355 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 20 L |
