1988 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 118 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 1988 Pontiac Fiero 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 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Fiero | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Fiero | Fit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2499 mm |
