2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 360 | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 30 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1960 mm |