1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
