1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
