1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 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 51 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
