2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1969 Fiat 850
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 1969 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F430 | 850 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |