1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 122 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
