In 1985 8.6 seconds was fast. Only V8's and expensive Euros were faster. The thing that should be considered it the torque to weight ratio. 215 /1000 kg. That is good even by todays standards. I have a new suzuki swift sport with 230 nm and 970kg wet weight. 36 years later this is almost identical.
Honda City Turbo II specs
| Car type | Compact |
| Curb weight | 745 kg (1642 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 3.42 m (135 in) long, 1.62 m (64 in) wide, 1.47 m (58 in) high |
| Wheelbase | 2.22 m (87 in) |
| Introduced | 1983 |
| Origin country | Japan |
| Views | 15.5k |
Performance
| 0 - 100 kph | 8.6 s |
| Top speed | 175 kph (109 mph) |
Powertrain specs
| Engine type | PGM-FI turbocharged and intercooled |
| Power | 110 ps (108 bhp / 81 kw) @ 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 160 Nm (118 lb-ft) @ 3000 rpm |
| Power / weight | 148 ps (146 bhp) / t |
| Torque / weight | 215 Nm (158 lb-ft) / t |
| Transmission | 5 speed manual |
| Layout | front engine, front wheel drive |
City Turbo II competition
