1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 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 100 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
