2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 360 | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 44 L |