1991 Honda CRX vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda CRX would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | CRX | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2649 mm |
