1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 147 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Laurel | Fit |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
