1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
