1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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 118 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |