1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 342 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Testarossa | 1400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 43 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |