1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 321 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 208 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |
