1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 17 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 150 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2001 Honda Insight, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
