1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2010 Fiat Idea

To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 52 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 196 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 350 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, 2010 Fiat Idea, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Idea.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 2010 Fiat Idea
Make Ferrari Fiat
Model 250 Testarossa Idea
Year Released 1958 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 270 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1020 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 47 L


 

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