1963 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 525 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 750 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 1963 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
