1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 192 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 125 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 125 | Fit |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |