1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 308 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
