1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Testarossa | 1500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 109 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |