2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 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 315 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 1344 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
