1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
