1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 31 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. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 208 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
