1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Life |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
