1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1995 Fiat 126
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1995 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 365 BB | 126 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 704 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
