2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
