1979 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2003 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |