1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 28 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 684 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 208 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
