1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 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 194 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| 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 | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
