1981 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 58 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 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
