1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 950 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Testarossa | 126 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
