1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 500 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Testarossa | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
