1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 411 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Because 1981 Ferrari 208 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 1981 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
