1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Berline | Fit |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |