1979 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Fit |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |