1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 258 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 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 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 212 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 212 | Civic |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 50 L |