2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Superamerica | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
