1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Honda Fit

To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 456 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Ferrari 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 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Testarossa 2011 Honda Fit
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Testarossa Fit
Year Released 1986 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2499 mm


 

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