1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 29 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |