1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 52 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 644 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, 2008 Kia Cerato, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
