1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 29 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 121 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 210 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Pony |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
