1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 593 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Fit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
