1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 43 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 116 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 285 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Punto |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 49 L |