1974 Mazda RX-4 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 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 42 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda RX-4 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 Mazda RX-4. 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 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | RX-4 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2499 mm |
