1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1834 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
