1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 137 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 208 | Civic |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2202 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |