2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1943 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1943 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.
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2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1943 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Maranello | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1943 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 509 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1675 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |