1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
