2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F430 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
