1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F355 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 546 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |
