1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 208 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 208 | 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 22 L |