1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1980 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1980 Ferrari 308 and 1980 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1980 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
