1972 AMC Matador vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 341 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
Because 1972 AMC Matador 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 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | Fit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
