1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 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 70 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 96 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 208 | Insight |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |