1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 850 | Fit |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 41 L |