1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 788 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 De Tomaso Deauville 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 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Deauville | Fit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1940 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
