1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 198 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Testarossa | Punto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
