1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | SZ | 208 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
