1983 Holden Camira vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 112 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1983 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1983 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Fit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
