1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1966 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1966 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 208 | 2300 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |