1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
