2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F430 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
