1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 47 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 131 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Albea weights approximately 331 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea, 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Albea |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
