2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F430 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
