2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F430 | 133 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
