1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 62 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Carina | Fit |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2499 mm |