1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 108 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
