1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 636 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Fit |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |