1972 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 783 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Fit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
