1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 208 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
