1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Today |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
