1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 186 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
