1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
