1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 526 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 FR-V, 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 FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V 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 FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 58 L |
