1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 128 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
