1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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1984 Ferrari 208 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 208 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2645 mm |