2001 Honda Fit vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 120 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 1972 Mazda RX-4 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 1972 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
