1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 702 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.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
