2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1984 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Maranello | 126 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
