1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
