1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 413 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfetta | Fit |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |