1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat Mirafiori has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Mirafiori | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
