1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
