1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 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 54 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 738 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
