1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
