1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 736 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F399 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1970 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 F399 (373 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F399 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1850 mm |
