1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Life |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2090 mm |
