1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 208 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
