1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 400 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 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
