2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 28 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 812 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 20 L |
