1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 28 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, 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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 124 | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | City |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |