1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1043 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, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
