1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
