1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1190 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 |
