1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Because 1972 Volvo 1800 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 Volvo 1800. 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 1800 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | 1800 | Fit |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2499 mm |