1999 Honda Today vs. 1996 Italdesign Formula 4
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Formula 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 (147 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Formula 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 (187 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1996 Italdesign Formula 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Italdesign |
| Model | Today | Formula 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 147 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
