1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 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 190 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 208 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
