1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari 208 and 1989 Fiat Uno were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 208 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
