1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 41 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 179 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
