1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 96 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 308 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
