1991 Ford Laser vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser.
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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Laser | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Fit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
