1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 488 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Fit |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2499 mm |