1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Fit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2499 mm |
