1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Niva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
