1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
