2004 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Audi Fox
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 148 kg more than 1974 Audi Fox. 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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1974 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Fit | Fox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
