1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 35 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 37 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 310 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, 1991 Honda CRX, 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1991 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 500 Testarossa | CRX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |