1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1982 Talbot 1510
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 208 and 1982 Talbot 1510 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 87 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1982 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
Model | 208 | 1510 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |