1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 549 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 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 1976 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Fit (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 40 L |
