1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet

To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet 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 328 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Testarossa 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
Make Ferrari Fiat
Model Testarossa Cabriolet
Year Released 1986 1966
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 94 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.7:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2350 mm


 

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