1975 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 316 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Scirocco | Fit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1455 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
