1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 36 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 47 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 510 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, 1992 Renault 19, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 19 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |