1989 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 168 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.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
