2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari 612 | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 612 | 133 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2030 mm |