1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 23 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) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
