2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 488 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
