1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
