1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
