2001 Honda Fit vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Fit | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
