2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1850 mm |
