1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
