1945 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 926 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Fiat 500 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 1945 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Fiat 500 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Fit |
Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |