1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 55 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 755 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
