1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
