1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 32 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 75 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
