1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18, 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 18 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |