1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore 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 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Fit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
