2005 Honda Fit vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Fit | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
