1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 357 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
