1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 63 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 1750 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
