2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C2 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C2 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 88 L |
