2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1956 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1900. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 1956 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 360 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
