1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 773 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chrysler Cordoba 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 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Cordoba | Fit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2499 mm |
