1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1750 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 120 L |
