1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |