1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 160 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
