2008 Honda Fit vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Volvo 120 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 1957 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Fit | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
