2008 Honda Fit vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 314 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 142 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
