1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 780 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari Pinin 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 Pinin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Pinin | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
