2001 Honda Fit vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Fit | 1900 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |