2005 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 64 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1974 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Fit | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
