1982 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 531 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
