1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1983 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Renault 9 is newer by 27 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 9 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1983 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 9 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
