1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
