1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 521 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. 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 (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Fit |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |