2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
