1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 208 | 750 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |