1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | Berline |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
