1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 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 38 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
