1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 536 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Civic |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1216 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |