1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Niva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
