1974 Buick GS vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Buick GS 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 1974 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | GS | Fit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
