1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 661 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 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 1957 Abarth 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Fit (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
