1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
