1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 Honda Fit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 75 | Fit |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |