1978 Dodge Omni vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Omni weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
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, 1978 Dodge Omni (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Fit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
