1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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 101 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |