1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Fiat 850
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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
