1983 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
Because 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Vauxhall Carlton | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
Model | Carlton | Fit |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |