1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
