1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 176 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
